- Vashon Island School District 402
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Our goal is to provide safe transportation to all students. In order to accomplish this goal there are certain rules that must be followed by all bus passengers. Failure to do so may result in suspension of bus riding privileges. Behavior that causes the driver to be distracted from the road puts all students in danger.
Information for bus ridersBus passes for CES (managed in School Dismissal Manager) are required for leaving the bus at a stop other than the student's regular stop, or for riding a bus other than the student's regular bus.
Bus passes not required for VHS/McM - unless they are attempting to ride a CES bus. However, a student who is going somewhere other than home cannot take the place of a student who is trying to get home. For this reason, if there are any overcrowding issues we have implemented the following boarding priorities:
Priority 1: Students going home
Priority 2: Students going to an after school sport or club, or parents have contacted the bus barn with a recurring exception (only if there is room after Priority 1)
Priority 3: All others (only if there is room after Priority 2)
Playing in the roadway is prohibited. Students should remain at least six (6) feet from the bus until it is completely stopped. Students must cross only in front of the bus and only when the driver has given consent. Students shall respect private property at bus stops.
Bus windows should be left closed unless the driver gives permission to open them. Students should not extend their heads, hands, or arms out of the bus windows. Nothing should be thrown out the windows.
Bus aisles should be kept clear at all times. Gym bags, musical instruments, etc., should be placed under the seat or carried on the student's lap. All playground or athletic balls must be in bags. Items that may cause injury to others, such as breakable containers, sharp objects, and pins extending from clothing are not allowed on the bus. No glass containers allowed.
- No animals (including insects, reptiles, fish and birds) are permitted on the bus, with the exception of service dogs.
- No skateboards, scooters, or other items that cannot be secured are permitted.
- Improper language or gestures are not acceptable.